Interpretive (or Interpretative) Reading is an oral and dramatic presentation of a narrative that affords student participant’s communication of its literary meaning in a highly creative and evocative expression.
Mechanics
- The selected piece for the competition is “FATHER WILLIAM” by Lewis Carroll.
- The contestants shall provide the source material in a presentable and creative big book style.
- No other props and costume should be used in reading; therefore, digital sound effects and sound effects from musical instruments will not be allowed. Also, presentations for background will not be allowed.
- Acting the piece out is not necessary. On the other hand, the readers should be able to portray all characters and their emotions through variation of voice.
- The speaker may change expressions or generate sounds through hands, body and voice; however, modification of lines will not be allowed as respect to the author of the literary piece.
- Reading should last for 5 minutes only. Any contestant who will exceed the time will be asked to stop as respect to the next contestant.
Criteria
- Projection of Characters (20%). The reader is able to portray all characters and 100% of their emotions in all parts of the story.
- Voice Quality (20%). The reader uses proper volume, tone variation, and timing to show expression and feelings of the characters.
- Pronunciation (20%). The reader pronounces all the sounds and words properly in the entire story.
- Effectiveness (20 points). Multiple techniques are used to artfully and successfully create audience interest.
- Audience Impact (10%). The reader connects well to audience.
- Big Book (10%). The big book is creative and presentable enough to help the readers
understand the story
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